Parineeta Re-release: Saif Ali Khan and Vidya Balan Recall Nostalgic Memories
Updated on: 30 July, 2025 05:26 PM IST |Shweta Shah
Saif Ali Khan and Vidya Balan get emotional as ahead of Parineeta`s re-release
Parineeta remains one of the greatest love stories ever told in Bollywood. The Pradeep Sarkar directorial marked Vidya Balan`s debut film. It also featured Saif Ali Khan and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles. The movie completes 20 years of its release in August 2025.
On this occasion, the makers decided to re-release Parineeta in cinemas. This is also to commemorate the film`s legacy, an ode to the late filmmaker Pradeep Sarkar, and also to celebrate Vidya Balan`s 20 years in the industry.
Ahead of its re-release, the leading actors of the film got emotional and shared some beautiful nostalgic memories, recalling the fun they had two decades ago.
Vidya Balan and Saif Ali Khan get emotional over the Parineeta re-release
Speaking about the 8K restored and remastered version, producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra said, “Parineeta has always held a special place in my heart. It’s more than just a film—it’s a journey of love, elegance, and soulful music. Every frame carries its own emotion, evolving with the story in a way that touches something deep within.”
Vidya, who made her debut in the 2005 romantic drama, shared, “This is a very emotional moment for me. Parineeta is where it all began… I owe so much of who I am as an actor to this film. Even after all these years, people remember the film, the songs, and how it made them feel. People say every frame in the film is like a painting…and that is Pradeep Sarkar’s magic… So I do hope people and the new generation discover old-world love through Parineeta."
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Saif Ali Khan also recalled how the movie allowed him to evolve as an actor and added, “Parineeta was a turning point for me—a film that allowed me to explore a quieter, more restrained side of my personality. It had elegance, depth, and a certain old-world charm that’s rare to come by. Working with Vidya, Pradeep da, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Sanju, and the entire team was truly special. I have very warm memories of the film, and it will always hold a meaningful place in my journey.”
Sanjay Dutt recalled working with Chopra and shared, “Parineeta will always hold a special place in my heart. It was a beautiful film, crafted with immense love and honesty. This was my second project with Vidhu Vinod Chopra, right after Munnabhai MBBS, which was also produced by him."
"Pradeep Sarkar had a distinct and sensitive vision, and I enjoyed portraying a character that was so understated and real. I have wonderful memories from the shoot, and I’m very happy that a new generation will now have the chance to experience it on the big screen,” he added.
Parineeta will be re-released on the big screen on its 20th anniversary on August 29.
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